Chauvigny: visit the medieval city

Discover the Collegiate St. Pierre (XIIth century) jewel of Romanesque famous worldwide for its capitals signed Gofridus. * Visit the church of St. Peter's church, located on the edge of Vienna in an oasis of greenery and famous for its pre-Romanesque paintings.

* Discover the Area of Industrial Archeology, which houses an original presentation of various industrial products in the region through the ages (stone quarries, porcelain, steam ...) * Visit the Museum of Ethnology: This reconstruction of the interior of the 19th century. Two rooms are devoted to the Gallo-Roman and medieval

Located inside the chateaux of Bishops, the spectacle of trained birds entitled THE GIANTS OF THE SKY, you can admire raptors but also Storks Parrots ... in a spectacular setting. Located on a headland, the site is indeed perfect for the flight of birds and their observation. Along with a dynamic master falconers in the show, visitors can discover and understand the lifestyle and role in the ecosystem of nearly a hundred raptors around the world: HIBOUX, milan, NOZZLES, VULTURES, EAGLES , CHIMPANZÉ and other hawks ...

Crossed by the Roman Road (Poitiers - Bourges) Chauvigny offers many marked trails to explore the city and its surroundings from a different angle

This son Château Tire name of the illustrious Norman family of Harcourt, one of its members married in the thirteenth century, the Viscountess of Chatellerault Who owned the fief. Remained nearly two centuries in the possession of the family of Harcourt, it was purchased in the fifteenth century by the bishops of Poitiers. Built in the late twelfth or early thirteenth century, it is best to keep chauvinois castles

Come enjoy a great time to escape with family or friends (up to 5 people per vehicle). During this trip you will discover extraordinary diversity of landscapes chauvinois on strange bikes, Cross in Vienna with the backdrop of the medieval city Chauvigny Valley dry Dominate Pontorieau wonderful son and top bridge 18 meters. .. It is an opportunity to take time observer of nature in an original, without making much effort to Ride to the sound. Three picnic areas are on offer along the route. Can a carrier bike at least 2 adults, 4 adults or up to 2 adults and 3 children.

If Chauvigny IS A necessary step, the surrounding country calling Chauvinois Are Also charming. Fleix crossed by the Roman Road, Jardres son and octagonal belfry-porch. Fountains on Leignes Renowned for its water and fish Paizay sec for the altarpiece of the Church son. Finally Base Recreation The Puye bring a little freshness before visiting the chapel of the Commandery of the Order of Malta Ste. Radegonde.